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The Yukon receives most improved ranking in second annual CanAge Adult Vaccination Report
The Yukon adult vaccination ranking has the most improved score in cross-Canada report
Government of Yukon temporarily expanding practice options for pharmacists
Temporary expanded practice options for Yukon pharmacists now in effect
Regulation changes will help conserve Yukon moose
Permits are among the changes coming to keep moose populations sustainable while maintaining harvest opportunities.
Government of Yukon to host Mental Wellness Summit
Mental Wellness Summit to spark ideas for better support across the territory.
Public health measures eased for adult indoor team sports, recreational group activities and personal indoor gatherings
Effective February 11, limits will increase for adult indoor team sports, group activities and personal indoor gatherings.
New financial and employment supports announced for Yukon businesses
New funding is available for bars and restaurants along with streamlined Yukon Nominee Program requirements to help employers hire staff.
At-home rapid tests to be available at pop-up event in Whitehorse
Rapid COVID-19 test kits are available to all Yukoners this Saturday at the Centennial Motors test distribution site.
Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health declares COVID-19 outbreak at Thomson Centre long-term care home
Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health declares outbreak at Thomson Centre long-term care home and extension to the outbreak at Whistle Bend Place.
Additional COVID-19 deaths reported in the Yukon
The Yukon confirms the deaths of two more Yukon citizens from COVID-19. This brings the totals to 20 since the start of the pandemic.
Limits for indoor team sports increase for ages 18 and under
Effective February 5, limits on indoor recreational team sports for youth 18 years of age and under will increase.
Date modified: 2026-05-27